Valmet M76/FS .223 Rem. 18” Semi-Auto Rifle Rare Folding Stock, 1970s-1980s

SOLD FOR: $2,925.00

LSB#: LSB250610JK001

Make: Valmet

Model: M76/FS

Serial Number: 155362

Year of Manufacture: 1970s–1980s (Pre-1989 Import Ban)

Caliber: .223 Remington (5.56x45mm NATO)

Action Type: Semi-Automatic, Gas Operated, Rotating Bolt Rifle with Detachable Magazine

Markings:
The left side of the receiver is marked “VALMET / Made in Finland”. The right side is marked “M76/FS CAL. .223 / Semi-Automatic Rifle / INTERARMS / Alexandria, Virginia” along with the serial number. The trunnion and rear sight base are also stamped with the matching number “55362”. The rear sight is graduated in meters from 100 to 500.

Barrel Length: 18”

Sights / Optics:
The front sight is a post protected by a hood, the tritium flip-up tab is installed (tritium depleted). The rear sight is a tangent leaf, adjustable for elevation from 100 to 500 meters.

Stock Configuration & Condition:
The rifle is equipped with a black polymer handguard and pistol grip. The stock is the correct Finnish tubular steel folding stock, locking solidly into place when deployed. Handling wear is visible with scattered finish loss and rub marks from folding and storage. The polymer furniture shows light scuffs but no cracks. The LOP measures 14” from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Very Good overall condition.

Type of Finish: Parkerized / Black Enamel

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright with sharp rifling. There is no visible erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.

Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. There is minor finish loss on some of the high edges, handling marks along the receiver, and wear at typical contact points such as the stock hinge and selector lever. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Fine-Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The safety selector is crisp, and the folding stock locks securely in both the open and folded positions. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.

Our Assessment:
The Valmet M76 represents one of the finest evolutions of the Kalashnikov system. Built in Finland on the Rk.62 pattern, these rifles were manufactured to exacting standards with milled receivers, upgraded sights, and higher-quality barrels than their Soviet and Eastern Bloc counterparts. The M76/FS, with its tubular steel folding stock, was imported to the U.S. in very limited numbers by Interarms before the 1989 import ban and has since become a sought-after collectible.

In .223 Remington, this rifle was tailored for the American market, combining the legendary reliability of the Kalashnikov system with the widespread availability of Western ammunition. Unlike stamped-receiver AKM variants, the milled Valmet provides superior rigidity and accuracy, while its Finnish furniture and finish set it apart from contemporaries.

For collectors of Cold War small arms, Valmet rifles occupy an important niche as both a premium AK derivative and a direct predecessor to the Israeli Galil. This example, with its matching serial numbers, desirable folding stock, and bright bore, is an excellent opportunity to acquire one of the finest AK-based rifles ever imported. So bid high and bid firm. I highly encourage you to take a look at the condition of the item in our high-quality photos. Good luck with your bid. -K.F.